Cudham Church of England Primary School vs Downe Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two primary schools in London, England, 2.5 km apart, using official English 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cudham Church of England Primary School
Westerham · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
48 students
Downe Primary School
Orpington · Academy primary · Ages 4–11
85 students
| Measure | Cudham Church of England Primary School Westerham, London | Downe Primary School Orpington, London |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (England) | 50 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| Region rank | – | #1399 of 1,720 |
| National rank | – | #10320 of 15,697 |
| Sector | Academy | Academy |
| Type | Primary | Primary |
| Year range | Ages 4–11 | Ages 4–11 |
| Students | 48 | 85 |
| Pupils on roll | 48 | 85 |
| Free school meals | 27.1% | 25.9% |
| Capacity filled | 45.7% | 85% |
| KS2 expected standard (RWM) | 75% | – |
| KS2 higher standard (RWM) | 0% | – |
| KS2 reading progress | – | – |
| KS2 writing progress | – | – |
| KS2 maths progress | – | – |
| Attainment 8 | – | – |
| Progress 8 | – | – |
| Grade 5+ English & maths | – | – |
| Grade 4+ English & maths | – | – |
| EBacc average points | – | – |
| A level points per entry | – | – |
| town | Westerham | Orpington |
| region | London | London |
| Website | www.cudham.bromley.sch.uk | www.downe.bromley.sch.uk |
The verdict
- •Cudham Church of England Primary School scores higher on the Success Index (England) (49.5 vs 39.2).
- •Downe Primary School is the larger school with 85 students compared with 48.
The Success Index (England) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cudham Church of England Primary School better than Downe Primary School?
On the Success Index (England), Cudham Church of England Primary School ranks higher (49.5 vs 39.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cudham Church of England Primary School and Downe Primary School?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Westerham and Orpington in London.
Which has the better Pupils on roll?
Cudham Church of England Primary School: 48. Downe Primary School: 85. Number of pupils in the latest school census.
How do Cudham Church of England Primary School and Downe Primary School rank in London?
Cudham Church of England Primary School is unranked and Downe Primary School is 1399th of 1,720 among primary schools in London on the 2025 Success Index (England).